Articles of Older Adults

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Cuba working for longer and healthier lives

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Ensuring that our people live not only longer, but also enjoy healthier lives is at the heart of work by institutions in a society like Cuba’s, with 20.4% of its population at 60 years of age or older. In an effort to contribute to better quality of life for older adults, the Ministry of Public Health is working on training specialized personnel and incorporating elements of geriatrics into other medical specialties, to better serve an aging population in a comprehensive manner.

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Dignity does not age

tercera edad

Cuba’s aging population – with 19.8% of the population aged 60 and over today – poses a series of challenges. In the social sphere, be it at the individual, family, or societal levels, not all are prepared to understand this phenomenon, as there are not adequate material resources or support networks to meet the demands that this stage of life requires.